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Health Supply Chain Optimization Using Mobile Technology: Evidence from the Essential Medicines Program

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| Published March 01, 2026

Abstract

This research investigates the impact of mobile technology on health supply chain management in South Sudan's Essential Medicines Program. The study documents the implementation of a mobile-based inventory management system and evaluates its effectiveness in reducing stockouts, improving order accuracy, and enhancing supply chain visibility across health facilities.

Methodology

A before-and-after study design was employed, analyzing supply chain data from 50 health facilities over 24 months (12 months pre-implementation, 12 months post-implementation). Key metrics included stockout rates, order fulfillment time, inventory accuracy, and reporting compliance.

Key Findings

Mobile system implementation resulted in: 67% reduction in essential medicine stockouts; 54% improvement in order accuracy; reporting compliance increased from 45% to 94%; average order fulfillment time reduced from 21 days to 8 days. The system enabled real-time visibility of stock levels at central medical stores, facilitating proactive distribution planning.

References

1. USAID (2023). Supply Chain Management in Health Systems. 2. WHO (2024). Essential Medicines and Health Products. 3. John Snow Inc. (2023). Supply Chain Strengthening in South Sudan.

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